Business Listing
Andersen’s Maple Farm 41
Austin Irving Park 23
B&E Scoops 19
Backwoods Dogs & Beverages 57
Beaver Mountain Log Home 42
Bennett Lawn & Log 11
Bisbee Lumber & Supply 55
Bold Gold Media 49
Buck-Horn Lodge 25
Buckingham Baptist Church 52
Cadosia School House Art & Music
Retreat 15
Cadosia Valley Antiques 9
Capra Enterprises Car Wash & Coin
Laundry 19
Care More, Health and Wellness 11
Chucks Rustic Hand Made 51
Cold Smoke 56
Cross Town Tavern 19
Cutler Hauling & Excavating 17
Delaware Construction 15
Delaware Land Office 13
Delhi Golf Course 25
Deposit Lawn Care Services 43 Emory United Methodist Church 51
Equinunk General Store 9 First Presbyterian Church 52
French Woods Golf & Club 18
Galloping Horse Graphics 10
Hancock Golf & Country Club 21
Hancock House Hotel 7
Hancock Liquor Store 43
Hancock Sanitation 11
Hanford Mills Museum 53
Hanley’s Garage 51
Heart-Full Yoga 32
Jen Rutledge Materials 19
Jim & Gina’s Greenhouse 45 Joanne McGibney Real Estate 38 Kaplan’s Garage 56 Kasos Associates 45 Kaybirds
HANCOCK
Maple Room Restaurant & Honest Eddie’s Bar
Located at The Hancock House Hotel
137 E. Front St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-7100
Casita Mexicana
11 W. Main St. (607) 637-2000
11 a.m. - 10 p.m. - 7 days
Circle E Diner
369 E. Front St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-9905
7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Little Italy II
43 W. Main St., Hancock, NY
11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Mondays Pizza, Subs & Pasta. Full Bar. (607) 637-2855
New China Restaurant
110 E. Front St. Hancock, NY
Tues - Sun 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (607) 637-3528
The Salsa Shack
13817 State Hwy 97, Long Eddy, NY (845) 422-7498
Nightshade on Elm
Fresh Bagels, Delicious Coffee and more!
9 Elm St. Thurs - Sunday nightshadeonelm
The Cow Lick
13585 State Hwy 97, Hancock, NY
Ice Cream Shop
Serving Hard & Soft Ice Cream
The Sweet Spot
Located at The Hancock House Hotel
137 E. Front St., Hancock, NY
Ice Cream Shop
Hancock Golf & Country Club
522 Golf Course Road
Enjoy food & beverages at Cookie’s on the Green! (607) 637-2480
STARLIGHT, PA
Crosstown Tavern
6031 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA
“Just across the River”
Outdoor seating available. (570) 635-5926
Backwoods Dogs & Beverage
6186 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA
Wine, Beer & Spirits Store (570)635-5810
HAMDEN, NY
Hamden Inn & Lounge
35769 NY-10, Hamden, NY
Open for food & drinks Thurs - Mon (607) 746-6677
DEPOSIT, NY
Pheasant Tail Restaurant
132 Front St., Deposit, NY
Pool Table & Electronic Darts (607) 467-1215
Little Italy III
100 Front St., Deposit, NY
Pizza & subs & More! (607) 467-4774
LAKEWOOD, PA
Lakewood Lodge and Restaurant
1440 Crosstown Hwy, Lakewood, PA
Historical Country Inn with full service restau rant and outdoor dining. (570) 798-2565
B & E Scoops!
1459 Crosstown Hwy, Lakewood, PA
One stop for dinner and dessert! (570) 798-2227
Cold Smoke
418 Como Road, Lake Como, PA
Ice Cream & BBQ (570) 798-2955
DOWNSVILLE, NY
Old Schoolhouse Inn & Restaurant
28218 NY-206, Downsville, NY
Elegant, historic eatery serving upscale American meals (607) 363-7814
WALTON, NY
Packin Heat Bar & Grill
38 West St., Walton, NY
Featuring fresh, local ingredients and a little heat (if you like it that way) (607) 510-4056
Casita Mexicana
Kaybirds Gifts & Flowers
Floral arrangements, gifts, decor & unique furniture.
125 Wheeler St., Hancock, NY
607.637.2962
Jim & Gina’s Greenhouse
21 Fifield Ave, Hancock, NY
607.637.4633
Cadosia Valley Antiques
Antiques Bought & Sold
1519 State Hwy 268, Cadosia, NY
607.637.2246
Equinunk General Store
Farm to Table
4338 Hancock Hwy, Equinunk PA
570.224.4272
Bisbee Lumber & Supply
We’re here to help.
41 Leonard St., Hancock, NY
607.637.2491
Rock Valley Spirits
Tasting room and tours available.
1430 John Milk Road, Long Eddy, NY
845.887.4184
Hancock Liquor Store
Come in a stranger, leave as a friend
27 West Main St., Hancock, NY
607.637.5364
Socorro’s Perfectly Priced Shop
Gently used goods & clothing
140 E. Front St., Hancock, NY
607.637.2100
Marino’s Outdoor World
Sporting goods store
95 E. Front St., Hancock, NY
607.634.3573
Chuck’s Rustic Handmade
393 W. Main St. , Hancock, NY
All Made from Pallets
607.644.4555
TC Sports
We have everything Polaris that you need –including parts and service!
8251 State Hwy 206, Trout Creek, NY
607.865.6207
Backwoods Dogs & Beverage
Family Owned and operated, we specialize in beer at great prices, vapes and snacks
6186 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA
570.635.5810
The Treasure Chest
Something old, something new, something made, just for you!
100 East Front St., Hancock, NY
607.637.3157
Shakelton Auto & Truck Center
NAPA Auto Parts
465 W. Main St.
607.637.3430
Tops Market
Supermarket with basic groceries. 16 W. Main St., Hancock, NY
607.637.3369
Walgreens
119 West Main St. Pharmacy, photo services and mini-mart basics.
607.637.2887
Dollar General
Bargain retail chain.
550 W. Main St., Hancock, NY
607.637.5070
Greater Hancock Farmers Market & Craft Fair
Saturday, May 24 through Saturday, October 11 Vendors, fresh produce, live music, food and fun activities for kids at the Hancock Town Square.
Callicoon Farmers Market
Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Callicoon Creek Park on A. Dorrer Drive, Callicoon, NY. Large variety of local produce, food producers and artisans offering wine, hard cider, pasta, condiments, prepared foods, baked goods, ice cream, jam, local honey, maple syrup, skin care products, pottery, woodwork, and more.
Roscoe Farmers Market
Begins on May 18 at Niforatis Field in the Village of Roscoe and will be held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local produce, artisan products, and Alpacas!
Delhi Farmers Market
Delhi, New York, is home to one of the region’s only year-long markets. On Courthouse Square on Main Street in Delhi, NY on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Market moves to the Delhi American Legion from November to April.
Walton Farmers Market
The Walton Farmers’ Market is open every Friday, July 7 to September 29, 10am-2pm. Located at Veterans Plaza, 181 Delaware Street. FMNP, WIC and Produce Prescription Program coupons are accepted.
Front Street, Village of Hancock
Bovina Farmers’ Market
Fridays 4-7 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day. (The week of the 4th of July the market will be held on Thursday, July 3 from 4-7 p.m.)
Located at Creamery Park Pavilion, 1394 County Highway 6, Bovina, NY. The Bovina Farmers’ Market features the best local agricultural and craft products from our community’s artisans and farmers. Fresh food, live music, and family fun make it an engaging community event for all ages. Sponsored by the Livestock Foundation.
Pakatakan Farmers Market
Located at the historic Round Barn at 46676 Route 30 Halcottsville, NY (approximately 5 miles north of Arkville/Margaretville) the market runs Saturdays from 9am to 1 pm mid-May through mid-October and 10 am to 1 pm mid-October through the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Visit the Round Barn for locally grown vegetables, fruits, pasture-raised meats, fish, cheeses, breads, maple syrup, honey, baked goods, coffee, craft spirits, flowers, bedding plants, and artisan wares, including jewelry, soaps, fiber goods, wood products, and more. www.RoundBarnMarket.org.
May 17
MayFest 5K Color Run hosted by Downsville Central School Class of 2028. Check in 78:30 a.m. See raceroster.com/events for more information.
May 24
Equinunk Historical Society reopens for the season. Program honoring Fred Blauth, cemetery tour with Chuck Heyn and ice cream social. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
Blues, Brews & BBQ at the Hancock Town Square. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vendors, music, and of course BBQ to kick off the Memorial Day weekend and the summer season on Hancock, NY. Sponsored by Hancock Partners, Inc. in collaboration with the Hancock Community Education Foundation and the Hancock Chamber of Commerce.
May 24
Memorial Weekend Extravaganza BBQ at the Equinunk General Store, 4338 Hancock Highway, Equinunk, PA. Starts at 12:30 p.m.
June 1
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Alternatives to Violence Club.
Walk for Education to benefit the Lisa DaBrescia Scholarship Fund followed by chicken BBQ to benefit the Mike Robinson Scholarship Fund. Walk starts at 11 a.m. at Firemans Park.
June 1 - 8
Lucy Joseph by Farm Arts Collective, written and directed by Mimi McGurl. $30 Original performance by Farm Arts Collective based on the life of a 19th century gender non-conforming pioneer, Lucy Ann Jospeh Isreal Lobdell. Farm Arts Collective, an
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Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Call 570798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
June 6
The Old Time Fiddlers perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Forest City Historical Society, Corner of Main and Dundaff Streets in Forest City, PA. Monthly slow jam sessions start in June. For more info call 570-251-0718 or email theoldtimefiddlers@gmail.com.
June 7 & 21
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
June 7
Second annual Walton PorchFest from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Musicians playing on front porches, sidewalks, and parks within walking distance throughout the Village. Includes an art show, vendors, and food trucks at Veterans Plaza with a closing jam session at the end of the day. Event is free with tip jars for musicians. Sponsored by Music on the Delaware.
Catskill Leatherheads will host a Spring Muster at Hancock’s Firemans Field with a parade at 11 a.m. There will be an antique fire truck show, Antique truck pumping displays, breakfast and lunch. Enjoy the history of the local rural fire service. Free public entry.
Swim lesson sign-up day and membership drive at the Delaware Youth Center at 8 Creamery Road, Callicoon, NY. The pool is set to open June 30 and close August 30. Certified teachers and lifeguards will provide morning-time group lessons based on skill level not age. Children must be 44 inches tall to participate in classes. Free swim for kids in the afternoon. For more information about swimming lessons and other summer programs see summer@ delawareyouthcenter.org.
Window restoration workshop with Kurt Riegel at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
29th annual Delhi Bridge Run. Proceeds benefit local scholarship. 9 a.m. start at Hoyt Park, Delhi, NY. Parking is available. See www. visitdelhiny.com for more information.
June 8
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Garage.
30th annual Callicoon Tractor Parade kicks off at noon on lower main Street in Callicoon, NY.
June 12
Herb Container Gardening evening program (from 6 to 8 p.m.) sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation at the Robert W. Nichol Nature Preserve and Science Center, 404 West Main Street, Hancock.
June 14
Bird Walk with Delaware Otsego Audubon Society and Free Family Saturday: macroinvertebrate sampling in the pond and creek at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Cooks Falls Horton Fire Company First Annual Car Show at East Branch Firemen’s Field located at 3639 O and W Road, East Branch, NY from noon to 5 p.m. Car show, antiques, awards, music, food, and vendors. Free will donation for public. Vehicle registration $10 per vehicle (all vehicles welcome). To enter, or to become a vendor or sponsor, email CFHFCcarshow06@yahoo.com.
June 14-20
Delaware River Sojourn Celebrating the Delaware River, Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year. 30th annual river trip. Join for a day, days, or the entire trip. On Friday, June 13, camp opens at Northwest Wilderness Experience in Equinunk, PA, and ends on Friday, June 20 at Phillipsburg, NJ. Includes guided river trip, kayak, life jacket and paddle rental, camping and music, livery transport and shuttling, and educational programs. delawareriversojourn.com.
June
15
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
Colin Dempsey, singer-song writer and bassist, returns to the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 4 p.m. Folk, rock, and country. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
June
16
Honesdale Harmonizers and Highland Handbells. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
June
18
Reading Under the Stars fun community event promoting reading and literacy. Sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation, Hancock Chamber of Commerce, and Louise Ad elia Read Memorial Library. 5 to 7 p.m. at Hancock’s Town Square. Mobile Planetrium, Dragon Wagon Book Bus, readings by local authors, book giveaway, face painting, games, prizes, and more.
Josh Axtell Trivia Night at 7 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit.
June 18
Delaware River of the Year Festival, celebrating 30 years of the Delaware River Sojourn. Live music, special guests, food trucks, fun and educational activities. At Minisink Park, River Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA. Rain or shine. delawareriversojourn.com.
June 19
Lighten Up, Americana mix. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
Juneteenth Celebration at 7 p.m. to honor the day slavery was ended in the United States. Speakers, food, history, art at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information. Pay what you can.
June
19-21
5th Annual Hill People’s Comedy Fest in Stamford, NY. Stand-ups, improv, comedy sketches, humor of all genres. For more information see https://thepartytheater.com/ hpcf-2025/
June 20
Free Concert: A Summer Celebration with music by Smalltown Big Band starting at 6:30 p.m. at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Enjoy breakfast and watch the planes take off at the White Birch Airport. The Sunday breakfasts benefit local fundraisers.
June 21
Trish Blauth program “Lantern Making at Glass Studio” at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722. Call for reservations.
Father’s Day Chicken BBQ at East Ararat Community Church, 210 Crosstown Highway, Union Dale, PA, from noon until sold out. Take Out only.
June 22
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Deposit Lumberjack Festival.
Pancake Breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $12.00 and children (4-10) $6.00. Plain or blueberry pancakes, eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570224-7570 for more information.
June 23
Wayne County Choralaires. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
June 24
Save the Date! Rabies Clinic at the Northern Wayne Fire Hall, 1633 Crosstown Highway, Lakewood, PA.
June 26
Kellogg’s Classic Country Band, classic country. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
Rock Valley Schoolhouse
June 28 & 29
Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Free Fishing Days. Fish without a fishing license.
June 28
Kathy Adams of Dessin Animal Shelter program “Compassion in Action-What We Do and How We Do It” at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
Pulled Pork Supper with all the fixings at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Rd, Equinunk, PA. Call 570-224-4311 for more information.
Family Farm Day at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free annual event for families. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective. org for more information.
June 29
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Delhi Scholarship Fund.
Wildlife Show by the Northern Wayne Community Library at the Northern Wayne Fire Company Hall in Lakewood, PA, at 11 a.m. The North Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Show will present the “Amazing Animal Adaptation” show, with their rescued wildlife. Come see a variety of birds of prey, reptiles, and mammals and learn about their amazing abilities and the important work of wildlife rehabilitation. Camp Wayne is sponsoring this show. Food and snacks will be available to purchase.
Andrea & Jay’s Newfoundland Kitchen Party returns to the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 4 p.m. Traditional songs of Newfoundland. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
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142 East Front Street Hancock, NY
TEL: 607-637-2966 EMAIL: DelawareLand@gmail.com
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ave you ever wondered what it would be like to step into a Norman Rockwell painting? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Nestled in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, the village of Hancock invites visitors to relax, hang out, & enjoy a slower pace.
On Saturday evenings during the summer bring your friends and family and enjoy Summer Nights Live! on the Square. Don’t forget a chair!
July
1 -31
SUMMER READING MONTH at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. There will be programs for babies, children and teens, and adults at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. For children and teens July 1 through 31 will feature the Color Our World Independent Summer Reading program. Win raffle tickets for summer reading prizes. For Adults there will be a Guess the Shredded Book Contest. Participants can guess each time they visit the library, and a prize winner will be drawn from all the correct guesses. More info at (607)637-2519.
July 1
Independence Day Celebration in Honesdale, PA. Fun begins at 6:30 p.m. with vendors, food, and music in Honesdale’s Central Park—Doug Smith Band at 6:30 p.m., Crystal Band at 8 p.m. Fireworks by the Greater Honesdale Partnership at about 9:30 p.m. Rain date is Tuesday, July 2.
July
3
Brass Boots, classic and modern horn band. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
July
4
Annual Lordville Fourth of July Parade starts at noon following a reading of The Declaration of Independence on the steps of the historic Lordville Presbyterian Church.
July
5
Lordville Arts Festival at Alpacastan—art, music, and poetry performances at 2967 Lordville Road. Hosted by Boris Kheyman and Gail Tyles. Starts at noon.
July 4 & 5
July 9
East Branch Fireman’s Field Days 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. both days. FIREWORKS both nights. Live music, fireman’s parade, $1,000 raffle, J & M Amusements, vendors and a soft ball tournament.
July
5 & July 19
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
July
6
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Johnson City Cheer.
Organic farm tour and lunch with Q&A sponsored by Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
July 7 - August 1
Hancock Community Education Foundation Summer Enrichment Camp for Hancock Central School students in grades K-8 at the Louise Adelia Memorial Library, Hancock. Breakfast and lunch daily with fun and educational activities including STEM activities, GAGA ball, sports, crafts, the Library Reading Program and Nature Center visits. Friday Field Trips will include visits to Lego Land, Chenango Valley State Park, and a train ride on the Stourbridge Line. A Family picnic will also be held. Call 607-637-5262 for more information.
July 7
The Outcrops, original soulful and funky blues. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
Babies and Toddlers group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. Colorful stories, art projects and snacks with Miss Tracy. Open to Pre-K and younger, but older brothers and sisters are welcome too. Preregistration encouraged at (607)637-2519.
July 10
The Wanabees, new and classic pop. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
July 11
The Old Time Fiddlers at 7:30 p.m. at Thompson Christian Church, 586 Main St., Thompson, PA.
July 12
Kevin Bewersdorf, filmmaker, actor and composer presents a screening of “New Kingston,” a meditative documentary film about the repair and maintenance of houses and the people who call a small valley in the Catskill mountains home. 90 minutes. At the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 7 p.m. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
Flower cut and design workshop at 9 a.m. at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Bring a vase and clippers. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
19th annual Zane Grey Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA. Sponsored by The National Park Service.
Fireworks dispaly at Hancock Firemans Field Days
4th of July Parade in Lordville
July
12
Honest Brook Music Festival opens its 2025 season with cellist Anita Graef and pianist Nathan Canfield at 4 p.m. The 36th annual festival of chamber music is held in the barn at 1885 Honest Brook Road, Delhi, NY. All seats must be reserved in advance. No physical tickets. Reservations are $25 per concert or $85 for the season. Payment by cash or check only. Children in grades K-12 are admitted free Use the reservation form on hbmf.org. More information at hbmf@aol.com or 607-746-3770.
July
12 & 13
Honesdale Women’s Club Arts and Antique Show, Wayne Highlands Middle School, Honesdale, PA.
Joel Hill Mill (Civil War era water-powered sawmill) and Cleveland Museum tours and demonstrations. At 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday; 1 p.m. on Sunday. 736 Duck Harbor Road, Equinunk, PA. Free admission. Call Greg at 570-224-0223 for info.
July
13
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Windsor Zion Episcopal Church.
Jerry Garcia Memorial River Run & Walk (4 miles). Arkville, NY. Entry Fee $35-$45.
Hamden Bicentennial Covered Bridge 5K. 9 a.m. Part of Hamden’s Bicentennial Celebration which includes Vintage Baseball, Parade, Cornhole Tournaments, Square Dancing and more! Register at runsignup. com/Race/NY/Hamden
July 14
Ekat and Friends, a mix of pop, rock, and country. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
Notes of Tea—Rick Bunting with dulcimer history and music at 1 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit. Registration required.
July 16
Babies and Toddlers group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. Colorful stories, art projects and snacks with Miss Tracy. Open to Pre-K and younger, but older brothers and sisters are welcome too. Preregistration encouraged at (607)637-2519.
July 17
Gram Baxtr, modern pop and rock. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
July 19
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2nd Annual SUMMER BBQ COOKOFF & CAR SHOW at Hancock’s Town Square. Cars will be shown on Wheeler St. in front of the laundromat. Hosted by the Greater Hancock Farmers’ Market 7 Craft Show. BBQ contest plus many other vendors and live music from noon to 3 p.m. Prizes for BBQ cook-off and car show.
Honest Brook Music Festival presents pianist Kiron Tellianat 4 p.m. The 36th annual festival of chamber music is held in the barn at 1885 Honest Brook Road, Delhi, NY. All seats must be reserved in advance. No physical tickets. Reservations are $25 per concert or $85 for the season. Payment by cash or check only. Children in grades K-12 are admitted free Use the reservation form on hbmf.org. More information at hbmf@aol. com or 607-746-3770.
July 18 & 19
First annual Community Days at the Preston Township Park in Lakewood, PA. Live music, Kid’s games, activities, vendors, cornhole tournament, car show, Chicken BBQ, and fireworks. See Preston Community Days on Facebook for more information.
July 19
Dairy Day at the Mill at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Don Ellis Memorial Golf Tournament at the Hancock Golf Course. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund.
July 20
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Garage.
Walking Tour of Deposit, NY. Meet at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, at 10 a.m.
July
Barbara and Marco: a sonic garden experience with electronic musician Maro Dianese, guitar experimenter, Barbara Gogan, accompanied by saxophonist and inventor, Terry Dame. At the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 4 p.m. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
27th annual Delaware Youth Center 5K and 10K River Walk/Run and Gary Winglovitz Virtual Race fundraiser. Prizes awarded. Same day registration from 7 to 8 a.m. at the Delaware Youth Center, 8 Creamery road, Callicoon, NY. See delawareyouthcenter.org/ the-river-race for more info.
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July 20
Pancake Breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $12.00 and children (4-10) $6.00. Plain or blueberry pancakes, eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570-224-7570 for more information.
July 21
The Luongas Band, classic pop and rock. Free live music is presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
July 23
Babies and Toddlers group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. Colorful stories, art projects and snacks with Miss Tracy. Open to Pre-K and younger, but older brothers and sisters are welcome too. Preregistration encouraged at (607)637-2519.
July 24
Old Time Fiddlers, country fiddling. Free live music is presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
July 24 to August 3
(Thursdays through Sundays at 6:30 p.m.) Dream on the Farm: “Paradise Lost: Scavenger Hunt” is the 6th play of the Dream on the Farm cycle of climate change plays from 2020-2030 by Tannis Kowalchuk of Farms Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center on Willow Wish Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Tickets at www.farmartscollective. org. $35. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
July
25 & 26
HANCOCK’S FIREMEN’S FIELD DAYS. Annual celebration at Firemans Park in Hancock. Vendors, food, live music, beer tent, clams, shrimp, games and kids’ activities. Fireworks and firemen’s parade
July 26
Bovina 5K and 1 mile Kids run. Proceeds support a new playground in Bovina. Register at runsignup.com
“Ice Age Show” by the Northern Wayne Community Library at 11 a.m.at the Northern Wayne Fire Company Hall, Lakewood, PA. Paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka present “Mastodons, Cavemen and Bears-OhMy” show. See fossils, a Sabre-tooth tiger skull, and early tools used by humans. Play the “Are You Smarter Than a Caveman” game show and dig for a real mastodon bone. Camp Westmont is sponsoring this show. Food and snacks available for purchase.
Callicoon Country Fair. Join in for a hamlet-wide event with vendors, live music, art, food, kid’s games and activities, pony rides, lawn games and more in Callicoon, NY. See www.visitcallicoon.com
July 27
Tom Holmes Art Appreciation Day at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Hancock Chamber of Commerce.
Annual Equinunk Volunteer Fire Department Chicken BBQ and drawing of the second annual 8-day Caribbean cruise ticket. Tickets are $25 each or five for $100. See Facebook for a department member to enter.
Heros of Toolik, acoustic, Avant-folk inflected music group at the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 4 p.m. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
July 28
The Fabulous 45’s, classic pop. Free live music presented by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. in Honesdale’s Central Park. Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available. Part of 58th annual Summer Festival.
Final Babies and Toddlers group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, 104 Read St., Hancock. Colorful stories, art projects and snacks with Miss Tracy. Open to Pre-K and younger, but older brothers and sisters are welcome too. Preregistration encouraged at (607)637-2519. There will be a special visit from the Balloon Lady.
August 1 - 9
WAYNE COUNTY FAIR, Honesdale, PA. 163rd Annual Wayne County Fair—a family tradition where farm meets food and fun!
August 2 & 16
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
August 2
Dylan Noble memorial Golf Tournament starting at 9:30 a.m. for Registration at the French Woods Golf Course. Captain and crew format. Baskets and raffles.
Geology of East Meredith and the Catskills guided walk at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@ handfordmills.org.
Mike Sergi program “Rustic Art with Natural Materials” at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570224-6722.
August 3
Annual Mom McGrail 5K Run/Walk at Veterand Memorial park in Stamford, NY. Proceeds benefit the Mom McGrail Memorial Scholarship.
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Garage.
Honest Brook Music Festival presents Trio Brillante at 4 p.m. The 36th annual festival of chamber music is held in the barn at 1885 Honest Brook Road, Delhi, NY. All seats must be reserved in advance. No physical tickets. Reservations are $25 per concert or $85 for the season. Payment by cash or check only. Children in grades K-12 are admitted free Use the reservation form on hbmf.org. More information at hbmf@aol.com or 607-746-3770.
August 9
Reptile Show by the Northern Wayne Community Library at the Northern Wayne Fire Company Hall in Lakewood, PA at 11 a.m. PT Reptiles will present an entertaining and educational show for kids. Camp Weequqhic is sponsoring this show. The Pulled Pork Sandwich and Book Sale will also be held right after the reptile show from noon until 2 p.m.
Edible Plants of the Preserve program from 10 a.m. to12 p.m. sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation at the Robert W. Nichol Nature Preserve and Science Center, 404 West Main St., Hancock.
August 9 & 10
Coopering workshop with Bob Allers at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Joel Hill Mill (Civil War era water-powered sawmill) and Cleveland Museum tours and demonstrations. At 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday; 1 p.m. on Sunday. 736 Duck Harbor Road, Equinunk, PA. Free admission. Call Greg at 570-224-0223 for info.
August 10
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Windsor Zion Episcopal Church.
TBA at 4 p.m. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
Honest Brook Music Festival concludes its season with classical ensemble Cuatteto Latinoamericano at 4 p.m. The 36th annual
festival of chamber music is held in the barn at 1885 Honest Brook Road, Delhi, NY. All seats must be reserved in advance. No physical tickets. Reservations are $25 per concert or $85 for the season. Payment by cash or check only. Children in grades K-12 are admitted free Use the reservation form on hbmf.org. More information at hbmf@aol.com or 607-746-3770.
August 11 - 16
DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR The annual fair is one of the largest agricultural fairs in New York State. Daily admission is $8.00 (children 12 and under are free). Midway, grandstand shows, demolition derby, truck and tractor pulls, agricultural and 4-H exhibits and animal shows, art show, antique machinery shows, something for everyone. More info at www. delawarecountyfair.org
August 16
Big Man Run: the Premiere Clydesdale Running Event at the Ark Bowl & BBQ in Arkville, NY. Open to all men who weigh 190 lbs (a few skinnies may participate!). Register at www.thearkbowl.com
August 17
Drive through Chicken BBQ at the Northern Wayne Fire Hall, 1633 Crosstown Highway, Lakewood, PA. Sponsored by the Northern Wayne Fire Company. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out.
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Zero Hunting Club.
August 17
Pancake Breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $12.00 and children (4-10) $6.00. Plain or blueberry pancakes, eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570224-7570 for more information.
Jerry Vernold, Hancock Town Supervisor, enjoys a summer treat.
Kids look forward to the Delaware County Fair all year!
August 20
History of Oquaga Lake at 7 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.
August 20 - September 1
The Great New York State Fair opens at 10 a.m. daily. The largest agricultural fair in the nation is held at the fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY. Adults aged 65+ are admitted for free. More info at nysfair.ny.gov
August 22
The Old Time Fiddlers at 7:30 p.m. at the Galilee Grange Hall, 554 Galilee Rd, Galilee, PA. To benefit the Callicoon UMC.
August 23
Mailand & Karen Peters program “Music Through the Ages” at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
Vintage Baseball Game (in old-time uniforms) at the Veterans Memorial Park in Lackawaxen, PA at 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by the National Park Service.
August 23
Flower cut and design workshop at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. 9 a.m. Bring a vase and clippers. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
Wawaka Lake 5K at 9 a.m. in Halcottsville, NY. email katm109r2@gmail.com for more information.
August 24
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Windsor Field Hockey.
Julia Greenberg, songwriter and chanteuse, returns to the Rock Valley Schoolhouse at 4 p.m. $10 donations support the Rock Valley Schoolhouse located at 9178 County Highway #28, Rock Valley, NY. No reserved seating.
August 27
Summer Carnival sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hancock Town Square.
August 30
Railroad history guided walk at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-2785744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Annual meeting of The Equinunk Historical Society at 1 p.m. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
August 31
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Deposit Lions Club.
Legacy of Honor Golf Tournament in memory of SSG Justin R. Whiting, army medic and Green Beret who died while serving in Mosul, Iraq in 2008. Captain and Crew format at French Woods Golf Course. Raffles, baskets, and chicken BBQ.
September 6 & 7
Metal at the Mill/Dan Rion Memorial Antique Engine Jamboree at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org
Save the Date! French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts free public concerts. “America Alive” at Hancock Central School on September 6 and performances in the Hancock Town Square on September 7.
September 6
Sue Mickley program “Genealogy DNA” at The Equinunk Historical Society. Museum opens at noon. Program starts at one. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 570-224-6722.
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
September 6
Field Trip to local farms sponsored by Farm Arts Collective, an AgriCultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
September 7
The Old Time Fiddlers present Natalie Padilla in concert at 2 p.m. at the Beach Lake Fire Hall, 1033 Beach Lake Highway, Beach Lake, PA. Free admission. Padilla will also present a music workshop on Saturday, September 6. For more info call 570-252-0718 or email theoldtimefidders@ gmail.com. See Padilla’s website nataliepadillamusic.com.
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Velez racing.
September 10
Performance of “The Big, Bad, and Bold” by Judith Present at 7 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.
September 13
Leaf and Pinecone Art Workshop 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sponsored by the Hancock Community Education Foundation at the Robert W. Nichol Nature Preserve and Science Center, 404 West Main St., Hancock.
September 13 & 14
Joel Hill Mill (Civil War era water-powered sawmill) and Cleveland Museum tours and demonstrations. At 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday; 1 p.m. on Sunday. 736 Duck Harbor Road, Equinunk, PA. Free admission. Call Greg at 570-224-0223 for info.
September 14
• White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Walton Garage.
September
19 - 21
Alone Together solo fest by Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Festival of new work by solo artists and small collaborations in performance, multi-media, and experimental story-telling. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
September 20
Preservation guided walk at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
September 21
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit HCS Class of 2027.
Pancake Breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $12.00 and children (4-10) $6.00. Plain or blueberry pancakes, eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570224-7570 for more information.
Last drive through chicken BBQ of the season at the Northern Wayne Fire Hall, 1633 Crosstown Highway, Lakewood, PA. Sponsored by the Northern Wayne Fire Company. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out.
First coffeehouse of the season at the Walton Theatre from 6 to 8 p.m. will feature Drew Assinaro.
September 27
National Hunting and Fishing Day. Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Free Fishing Day. Fish without a fishing license.
September 28
Fall Walking Tour. Meet at 2 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.
White Birch Airport Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Adults are $10 and children $5. To benefit Deposit Flying Club.
Understanding Food labels at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. In collaboration with Gael Roots Farm. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
October 4
Historic Cooking Workshop with Pamela Cooley and Woodsmen’s Festival at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-2785744 or info@handfordmills.org.
First main stage concert for the season at the Walton Theatre will feature the acapella group “Windbourne.”
Beautiful Vistas are common -- especially when you travel off the beaten path.
The Annual Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade and Harvest Festival are held the first Saturday in October.
October 4
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
October 4 & 5
Joel Hill Mill (Civil War era water-powered sawmill) and Cleveland Museum tours and demonstrations. At 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday; 1 p.m. on Sunday. 736 Duck Harbor Road, Equinunk, PA. Free admission. Call Greg at 570-224-0223 for info.
October 10
HANCOCK HARVEST FESTIVAL Customer Appreciation Days from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. Giveaways and vendors throughout Hancock.
October 11
Hancock Harvest Festival and Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade Parade starts at 1 p.m. Harvest Festival vendors, food, and music at Hancock’s Town Square.
Enjoying Plein Air Painting Workshop at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
October 11
Callicoon Art Walk 12 to 6 p.m. showcasing the growing art and music scene in Callicoon, NY. See events.callicoon@gmail.com for more information.
October 15
Last day of the 2025 season at Hanford Mills Museum located at 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY. More info at 607-278-5744 or info@handfordmills.org.
October 15
Fall Tea at 1 p.m. at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY. Registration required.
October 15 & 16
Friends of the Upper Delaware River (FUDR) annual conference Upper Delaware River Rendezvous, at the Villa Roma Resort in Callicoon, NY. Networking opportunities, workshops and field trips for those working to improve the Upper Delaware River watershed. See info@fudr.org.
October 18 & 19
Voices from the Grave—Laurel Hill Cemetery on Saturday and at the museum on Sunday at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.
October 18
Chicken and Biscuits Dinner at East Ararat Community Church, 210 Crosstown Highway, Union Dale, PA, at 4:30 p.m. Take Out only.
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Association Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Museum located at 227 Wheeler Street, Hancock, NY.
October 19
Pancake Breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $12.00 and children (4-10) $6.00. Plain or blueberry pancakes, eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570-224-7570 for more information.
Fermentation workshop at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA at 11 a.m. Participants will take home some kraut. Tickets at www. farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
October 25
Science Cabaret at Farm Arts Collective, an Agri-Cultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Pay what you can. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
November 2
Decompositions by Tannis Kowalchuk at Farm Arts Collective, an AgriCultural Center located on Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus, PA. Tickets at www.farmartscollective.org. Call 570-798-9530 or farmartscollective.org for more information.
November 11
Veteran’s Day. Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Free Fishing Days. Fish without a fishing license.
By Kristin Barron
Patty and Tish have done it again—the local author and illustrator duo selfpublished their second picture book this past October.
Patricia Lacey and Tish Drumm’s new book entitled “Scotty the Snowman” is the story of Scotty, an adventurous snowman, who plays with his forest friends including a band of fellow snowmen, rabbits, owls, and squirrels in a sparkling winter wonderland. They toast marshmallows over a campfire and run through the tunnels of a snow fort built by a crew of industrious beavers.
The friends have fun together and even though Scotty realizes they are not all alike (they are multiple mammalian species and uniquely built, mobile snowmen, no less) he loves them all and they enjoy their friendships without any prejudice. They understand that just as no two snowflakes are alike, no two friends are alike either.
It is a message that is especially timely right now, said Lacey, as the nation
struggles to unite after a contentious election.
But Patty and Tish also know a lot about friendship themselves. The two grew up together, graduated from Downsville Central School, and worked together. But as they grew older, they lost contact with each other—only reconnecting in 2021 through Facebook. It was then that the friends began their collaboration as author and illustrator, publishing their debut picture book, “Who Sees Who at the Zoo,” in January of 2024.
“This time around was a lot easier,” Tish and Patty agreed. From navigating the world of self-publishing to again appearing on a WBNG broadcast of Around the Tiers on November 11, the two are more comfortable with their new identities of author and illustrator.
“Once again Tish’s art tells the story in my book better than I could tell it,” said Patty.
“But my part is easy compared to hers,” said Tish, noting that Patty also does the graphic design and marketing aspects of the job in addition to writing the story.
The book took about nine months to complete and has come out just in time for the holiday season.
The story builds on Tish’s popular “brown snowmen” drawings, a design that she has perfected through the years featuring playful snowmen, always in knitted winter hats and scarves with mittens on strings.
Drumm says she has been making brown snowmen for about 15 years and
has made hundreds of designs—gifting many drawings to her former students at Hancock Central School where she worked as a special education teacher’s aide until her retirement in June of 2024. The idea for the brown snowman originated after she got her first set of Crayola’s Colors of the World skin tone markers, Drumm said, explaining that drawing the intricate snowmen designs is calming and relaxing for her.
Scotty, who is named after Patty’s big brother, started out as a brown snowman too, but soon evolved into a more colorful character since he would be the main character in a children’s book. Tish said drawing the woodland animals took some practice as she pointed out the squirrels with their swirly tails, noting their resemblance to Stella Dora Breakfast Treat cookies.
The book is available in both paperback and hardcover on Amazon. It is also sold at Barnes and Noble and Walmart.
The book will also be available at the Hancock Community Education Foundation’s inaugural “Reading Under the Stars” event set for Wednesday, June 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hancock Town Square. The event will feature a local author’s book signing, planetarium, the Dragon Wagon Book Bus, a book giveaway, the Louise Adelia Read Memorial Library, community organizations and businesses, and activities, games, and prizes.
Local Author and Illustrator team Tish Drumm, left, and Patricia Lacey, right, have collaborated on a second picture book for kids called “Scotty the Snowman.”
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By Kristin Barron
“Did I hear my human say the word “ride?”
This is the first sentence of Hancock native Tracy Wellman’s new children’s picture book “Blitz’s Favorite Ride.”
Wellman, who writes and illustrates under the pen name Stella Rain, begins her second book in a series about the antics of her “black and gold and super soft” dog, Blitz, with this question—reminding children and dog lovers everywhere of the excitement that can ensue when a pet hears the word . . . ride.
Rain’s newest story centers around Blitz’s adventure when he sets out in “the buggy”—a word the real-live Biltz recognized for his family’s side-by-side UTV. On the way to the “Big Pond” he spots deer and turkeys. Then at the pond he joins ducks and a beaver with a big jump into the water.
The Blitz books, however, are not just vibrant stories about a happy dog. They also include interactive educational tools for kids to practice skills like tracing and writing words and counting. Each page of both Blitz books has a drawing of a dragonfly, one of the author’s favorite things, that can be found and counted. The pages are also bordered with colorful patterns of dog pawprints that can be counted, matched, and sorted by size.
“Blitz’s Favorite Ride” was released on March 15, the second book in a planned series, following “Bitz’s Perfect Day,” which came out in July 2023. The books are published by the Felicity Fox Books Publishing House in Kissimmee, FL, owned by another Hancock native, Wendy Buckley Bishop.
Stella Rain takes her nom plume from the name of her favorite beer and the nickname her grandson Liam calls her—Rain.
Local Author and Illustrator Tracy Wellman, also known as Stella Rain, shows copies of the picture books she has written about her dog Blitz.
The Biltz books are available in hardcover, paperback and e-book and are sold at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and other bookstores. More information is offered on Rain’s website stellasNeighborhood.com
Rain says she is currently working on a third book about Blitz and his many friends—including Pete, a shar pei and pit bull mix, who belongs to Ellen Covell and Jimmy Jackson, chef at The Rainbow Lodge.
Rain, an RN who works as an admissions assessment nurse at Good Shepard Fairview-Home in Binghamton, grew up in Sands Creek and is a 1986 graduate of Hancock Central School. She says her family figures prominently in her writing. “My relatives all have a place in it,” she said.
A cardinal represents her late father, Gerald “Jerry” Swartwout. She also pointed out her drawing of the dock in the pond in “Blitz’s Perfect Day,” recalling that it was the repurposed back porch of her parent’s house.
Her first drawings and writings for the Blitz books were done in a sketchbook that belonged to her late brother Timmy.
Biltz recently died, but will live on in the books too, said Rain.
The dog was adopted from the Broome County Humane Society in 2016 when he was 17 months old.
“The words just poured out,” Rain said, “Blitz was a nut. We gave him a good life,” she said.
